A GP’s perspective on managing childhood anxiety Dr Andrew Leech, a GP with a special interest in paediatrics, looks into the most effective approaches to support young children with feelings of anxiety and stress.
What does quality patient-centred care really mean? Four key concepts were put forward at the RACGP’s Practice Owners National Conference for existing and aspiring practice owners to consider.
Further room for improvement in health literacy Recent patient feedback further establishes GPs’ stewardship role in health literacy and safeguarding quality use of medicines.
How do we move towards truly consumer-centred healthcare? NPS MedicineWise CEO Steve Morris interviews Leanne Wells, CEO of the Consumers Health Forum of Australia, discussing what is needed to move more towards truly patient-centred care.
The value of patient feedback Dr Ken McCroary has found the process of collecting and assessing feedback has benefited not just his patients, but his entire practice.
What does the new patient charter mean for general practice? newsGP examines how the Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights can help improve processes and doctor–patient relations.
I did the legal thing – but did I do the right thing? Dr Ines Rio reflects on battling bureaucratic rules on behalf of a patient.
How to write effective referral letters – three useful examples Referral letters are a vital, if time-consuming, aspect of a GP’s life. A well-written referral can make all the difference when a patient visits a specialist, and show a level of care and expertise on the part of the referring clinician.
GP17: Foundation of patient-centred care GP17 is set to offer GPs from all over Australia what they most want at the annual RACGP conference